JACKFRUIT PULLED PORK WITH GREEK YOGURT CABBAGE SLAW

ABOUT JACKFRUIT Jackfruit is a fruit that's rich in nutrients and fiber, widely grown in places like southeast Asia, South America, and the Caribbean. You can buy jackfruit as a whole fruit, sliced into sections, or packaged—often in cans. Check your local specialty supermarkets or Asian food stores first, as these are the most likely places you'll find the fruit. You can also call other grocery stores in the area to ask if they sell jackfruit, or buy jackfruit online. When unripe, jackfruit has a neutral flavor and can work well in savory dishes. Because the flavor is relatively plain, it can easily soak up other seasonings and spices for cooking. When eaten ripe and raw, the taste is very sweet and similar to that of fruits like mangos, bananas, and pineapples. And rumor has it that the complex sweet flavor of Juicy Fruit gum hails from this horned fruit! Jackfruit is packed with B vitamins, vitamin B6 in particular. Vitamin B6, also known as pyridoxine, allows your body to store and use energy from consumed carbohydrates and protein. It's also a great source of potassium, and it contains fiber and protein to help you feel full. This water-dense fruit is also able to keep your skin looking and feeling moisturized, while antioxidants can slow down the aging process. Additional benefits of jackfruit include strengthening your bones, helping maintain your blood pressure, and improving your digestion.